The City of Matlosana Local Municipality has experienced a dynamic and productive week, balancing critical infrastructure repairs with important civic and community celebrations. From honoring the historical significance of South Africa's youth to tackling localized power challenges and revitalizing central transit routes, the local government has actively engaged with various facets of municipal management. This comprehensive review highlights the major developments and offi

This week, municipal leadership issued several key directives affecting local entrepreneurs, community stakeholders, and residents. From unlocking retail and industrial spaces for small businesses to inviting public input on municipal performance goals and managing emergency infrastructure repairs, the local government is actively navigating both long-term planning and immediate community needs. SMME Boost: Vacant Business Units Open at Ikageng Light Industrial Park In a bid

The City of Matlosana Local Municipality is facing severe localized grid instability following a major electrical failure in the Jouberton township early this morning. The incident highlights the growing strain placed on municipal infrastructure during peak winter conditions, prompting urgent interventions from local authorities to stabilize power distribution across multiple residential sectors. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Infrastructure Failure and Immediate Impact At da

The City of Matlosana Local Municipality has experienced a dynamic week, balancing the technical demands of aging infrastructure with the vibrant energy of community development. As the administrative hub of the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District in the North West, the municipality continues to manage a diverse portfolio of responsibilities, ranging from critical utility maintenance in residential extensions to the promotion of regional sports. Recent events highlight both the resili

The JB Marks Local Municipality has released a service delivery update for the morning of Thursday, 23 April 2026, reporting a substantial recovery in water reservoir levels across the region. The latest data, issued at 09:03 AM, indicates that a potential supply emergency in the Ventersdorp area has been successfully averted following intensified community water conservation efforts. Ventersdorp Cluster Moves Out of Emergency Status According to the report from the Office of

The N12 highway , a vital artery connecting the North West province, has been forced into an emergency closure following a major water pipeline burst and the detection of renewed geotechnical instability. On Monday, April 20, 2026 , a high-pressure bulk line managed by Midvaal Water ruptured near Stilfontein, creating a high-risk environment for motorists and prompting an immediate response from provincial and local authorities. Pipeline Status and Technical Intervention As

The City of Matlosana Local Municipality has initiated a series of critical infrastructure interventions this week, aimed at stabilizing the water supply network across several key residential sectors. These operations, ranging from emergency repairs to scheduled system upgrades, reflect the municipality's ongoing efforts to address aging infrastructure and improve service delivery for its constituents. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Khuma: Planned Ten-Hour Maintenance Shutdo

The Merafong City Local Municipality has issued an official public notice regarding a planned water supply interruption scheduled for the Carletonville area. This essential intervention, orchestrated in coordination with Rand Water, is part of an ongoing effort to maintain and modernize the region's bulk water supply infrastructure. Residents are being advised to prepare for a temporary loss of service to facilitate technical upgrades intended to improve long-term system reli

As part of a continued effort to upgrade local infrastructure, the City of Matlosana’s Roads and Stormwater Section has initiated road patching and paving works in the Central Business District (CBD) today, January 21, 2026 . The current operations are focused on Lombaard Street , a key artery within the CBD. This project is designed to address significant surface deterioration and potholes that have hindered traffic flow and compromised safety for motorists. By restoring the

The Ventersdorp Road Pump Station has officially resumed normal operations following a planned shutdown to complete a major equipment upgrade. The JB Marks Local Municipality confirmed that the work was finalised successfully and that water supply across affected areas has stabilised. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Purpose of the Shutdown The temporary interruption formed part of a scheduled infrastructure improvement project. Technicians installed a new 200 kW motor and pump

The JB Marks Local Municipality has released its latest daily progress report, highlighting steady progress across core service departments while grappling with an unprecedented water-infrastructure crisis that has left several reservoirs at critical levels. Image: JB Marks 🛣️ Roads and Infrastructure: Progress Despite Weather Setbacks The Road Patching Unit , led by supervisors Masilo Bennett Isaka and Gift Lebele , achieved strong results on Motshwaro Lekoma Street desp

Temporary closure due to heavy vehicle movement scheduled for 6–7 November Short-Term Disruption Ahead Motorists and residents in Potchefstroom are advised to prepare for a temporary road closure along Oudebrug Road early next month. According to a public notice issued by the developers, the road will be closed to traffic on 6 November 2025 , and possibly extend to 7 November , between 08:00 and 17:00 . The closure is necessary to accommodate the movement of heavy vehicles

The JB Marks Local Municipality has issued a public notice informing residents and motorists of a planned temporary closure on Oudebrug...

The JB Marks Local Municipality has released its latest service delivery progress report, highlighting major road repairs, infrastructure...

Repairs to the Frikkie Substation in Merafong City are expected to take longer than initially planned after technical teams uncovered...

The latest JB Marks Municipality service delivery report highlights a day of major infrastructure achievements, including the...

Residents in parts of JB Marks Municipality have faced ongoing water supply issues since the beginning of August due to a mechanical...